Foods

The following list of gluten free foods was provided by Safeway July 7, 2009. -John Libonati, Editor.Glutenfreeworks.comSAFEWAY CELIAC SPRUE GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCT LIST
Please note that these products also apply to Vons, Dominick’s, Randalls, Tom Thumb and Genuardi’s.
We received your request for information on Safeway private label products for those troubled with gluten-induced enteropathy or celiac-sprue. While we are somewhat familiar with the malabsorption syndrome, we do not presume to prescribe any of our products for any specific diet(s). On the other hand, we are happy to provide what information we have which might be useful to you.

Sams Club raw whole chickens are gluten free. (Post below can be found at the gluten free weight watchers blog.) I double checked the status of the raw whole chickens I buy. When I read the label yesterday it said the ingredients contain “chicken broth”. I know a lot of broths have gluten so I shot an e-mail to Pilgrim’s ...

I know you might think I’m clever, but really, I’m not. Full credit goes to Lauryn Cohen, aka Bella Baker, who came up with this cute concept. Lauren is the queen of sweet and is known for her uniquely creative treats and crafts. She recently launched a holiday baking guide (entitled Sweet Gifts Holiday Baking and Crafting Guide– available nationwide) filled with innovative and ...

A question that many new gluten-free eaters ask themselves. Do I really need to go out and buy a new toaster? Will I really get sick from crumbs? The above questions are asked at the same time that the overwhelming feeling of what has my life become? starts to set in. Do you have a dedicated gluten-free toaster? I do. I went out and got one the day I ...

When you have celiac disease or another gluten-related disorder, dating can be fairly tricky. With so much focus on restaurant outings, movie theater snacks and the post-date kiss, people with a gluten-related disorder have a lot more to think about than just finding the perfect outfit. The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) shares these 5 tips for navigating the ...

The gluten-free food industry is exploding due to increased diagnosis of celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Celiac disease is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people, while gluten sensitivity is believed to affect up to 10% of the population. The gluten-free market is one of the fastest growing industries, with 20%+ growth per year with US sales increasing from under ...

The idea for Smoothie King started back in the late 1960’s in the home of Steve Kuhnau. Kuhnau was trying to remedy his allergies and low blood sugar and began to experiment with blending fruits, nutrients and proteins in a blender. In 1973, Kuhnau opened a health food store selling his smoothies & vitamins and Smoothie King was born. Smoothie King ...

We are in Week 3 of the March Madness Kitchen Desserts giveaway with Bob’s Red Mill (CLICK HERE, and scroll to bottom for more details), and my kitchen has had its floors full of gluten free flour and sugar, just because of you (I’m smiling when I say that). You know – I use to say that going vegan was the ...

Since the temperatures are finally inching their way up, it is time to start thinking about picnic season. Everyone loves a picnic, right? I remember going on picnics on Sundays after church when I was little and we lived in Texas. I am not sure if it was one picnic or many to that specific park, but I remember my ...

Food For Life Baking Company of Corona, California is voluntarily recalling 2,241 cases of Spelt Bread (UPC# 07347200168) because they contain spelt grain which is known to be a hybrid of wheat. People who have allergies to wheat or those with Celiac Disease may run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume spelt products. ...